Preparation H is a brand of various creams, ointments and other treatments for hemorrhoids. The McKinley Health Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign describes hemorrhoids as inflamed and swollen veins in the lower rectum and/or anus.
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Epsom salt has dozens of household uses that range from gardening to physical and mental health. According to licensed acupuncturist Duane Law, Epsom salt can even be used to treat open wounds.
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While a mildly injured or sprained thumb isn't a serious ailment, it is necessary to protect the your thumb from further damage by wrapping it with medical tape and a thumb splint. This keeps the thumb in place which, in turn, provides the thumb muscle ligaments enough time to heal.
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Body odor plagues many men and women across the United States. Sometimes the unpleasant odor is simply due to poor hygiene and other times its the result of a medical disorder or ailment.
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A dry roof of the mouth is more than an inconvenience. It can cause major discomfort and even prevent you from completing your regular daily tasks. A dry mouth -- including a dry roof of the mouth -- can also lead to more serious complications.
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Cramps that occur in the fingers have a variety of causes. For example, overusing the fingers during activities such as writing, playing instruments or typing, can cause muscle fatigue and unwanted spasms that interfere with normal motor performance.
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Whether you're a frequent walker or only walk when necessary, experiencing numbness or poor blood circulation in your legs should never be left untreated. Poor leg circulation has various causes, including a lack of proper nutrition, obesity or simply standing in one position for too long.
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Cavities, or tooth decay, are caused by plaque buildup, bacteria and food particles. Cavities can cause a minor sensitivity, a dull ache, or even extreme pain and discomfort. Regardless of whether you're experiencing mild or severe pain, schedule an appointment with a dentist if you suspect a cavity.
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Seeing spots or flashes of light or experiencing blurry vision in general are all common complaints after physical activity. In fact, many refer to these spots and colors as "seeing stars." Such vision issues are caused by a variety of factors that are easily fixed.
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The term "infected pore" or "infected hair follicle" is a fancy name for pimple. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, including whiteheads, blackheads, cysts and your average pus-filled postule.
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A strained bicep can refer to an injury in the biceps brachii muscle at the top of the arm or the tendons that connect the muscle to the bone. Regardless of the exact location of the strain, this type of injury typically occurs from an overstretched or overworked muscle.
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Unlike your everyday table salt, Epsom salt is high in magnesium and is beneficial as a health supplement that you can use topically or orally. According to Princeton University's Center for Complex Materials, it's a whitish clear crystalline whose name derives from the popular town of Epsom and Ewell in England.
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Excess hair is a concern that plagues both men and women. Though some hair removal methods, such as waxing, cause pain, some options do not. If you have a low tolerance for pain or want to try a new method, consider friction hair removal.
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Underground pimples, aptly named because they develop deeply under the skin's surface, are medically referred to as cystic acne. They occur when the pore ruptures underneath the skin, causing inflammation around the surrounding tissue.
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Most people have fat deposits under their eyes, but as some age, the fat deposits migrate toward the surface of the face and give a puffy, swollen appearance.
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Blackheads are the small black spots that often appear on the nose, cheeks and other parts of the face. Although dirt may appear to be the cause of blackheads, they are actually the result of oxidized natural oils within the pores.
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Scarring has many causes, including cuts, scrapes, burns, acne and even small infected wounds. Scars occur when the outer layer of skin -- the epidermis -- becomes damaged. As the skin heals itself, a new layer of skin grows to cover the wound and protect the body.
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Regardless of the location of a piercing, several choices are available when it comes to jewelry. The circular barbell is constructed in the same way as a standard straight barbell β with a post and a threaded ball on each end β but as the name implies, it has a circular shape.
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Whether you're fair-skinned or have a darker complexion, you're at risk for getting a sunburn if you fail to properly protect your skin from the sun's rays. Although the actual sunburn may be more noticeable on someone who has a lighter skin tone, the effects of the sun remain the same for all types of coloring.
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If you're like many pregnant woman β or women who plan to get pregnant β you probably have a cacophony of questions swarming inside your head about the whole process.
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